Mercedes Benz to Integrate Apple’s Siri

Mercedes Benz has announced that it will integrate Apple’s Siri in its new A-Class line of vehicles. Also, the car manufacturer will add even better support for Apple’s iPhone. Siri is the virtual assistant found in the iPhone 4S.

Parent company Daimler recently revealed an in-house-developed “Digital DriveStyle App” that will combine with a Drive Kit Plus for iPhone to incorporate the smartphone with the car’s multimedia system. According to Mercedes Benz, all of the iPhone’s integration functions can be used with Mercedes-Benz’s entry-level Audio 20 system.

In addition, the app will allow access to social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter and will be available for download free of charge” from Apple’s iTunes Store. Other features that were announced were personalized Internet radio, navigation software from Garmin, a “Car Finder” and access to Siri. Sounds amazing! I think over the next few years, we will see car systems becoming more integrated with our devices.

Mercedes Benz says it is the “first automotive manufacturer” to bring Apple’s Siri to a vehicle through its custom “Digital DriveStyle App.” The iPhone will be connected via an interface that was developed by the company’s accessories division. This accessory will output the iPhone’s display to the vehicle’s display while simultaneously powering and charging the device.

The car manufacturer says that the A-Class will make its world premiere at the Geneva Auto Show next month. In addition, this advanced iPhone integration will be made available in the automaker’s B-, C-, and E-Class this fall.

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